I met James at UFC 37 in Bossier City, Louisiana. I told him he was doing a great job. I could tell he was a legit fan of the sport, not just a media guy. Robbie Lawler debuted that night against Aaron Riley. I remember James telling me he was concerned for Riley, who looked two weight classes below Lawler.
Another top notch interview. Paula Romero would be another interview worth listening to. She had personal relationships with all the fighters back then and dealt with the memorabilia that is worth so much money today plus paid cash to fighters as up front money before they even fought the event. Saw this first hand at UFC 24 when i picked up my tickets and Rizzo and Ruas was in the room.
Awesome content here. No matter how many times I hear someone tell the UFC 12 relocation story, there’s another element to it. It really never gets old. That show should retroactively be titled “The Miracle in Dothan.”
You know what When a producer finally comes along for free We will group the interviews with a segway to how things transpired Great name for what took place
Another amazing interview!! Keep’’em coming ! Can’t get enough of reminiscing and picking a part the history of NHB/MMA and the individual journeys of the fighters and the ppl involved in the early days ! 👊🇨🇦
That is true Dana didn't manage Tito until years after UFC 13. He didn't have a manager at the time. A guy named Sal managed him after that till UFC 19.
John Perretti is the definition of renaissance man I just finished his book and I will read it again because his writing style is a bit cryptic for a man of average intelligence but it is a fascinating read Thank you guys for the great contentm
Todd tracked me down and convinced me to do his show several months ago. Glad he did, it has been fun reliving those memories. Everyone should check out his show.
I always saw it just as James explained. The whole reason Maurice Smith challenged Coleman for the title, because he was the champion of the other biggest organization in MMA. I never understood the logic behind “trying to get Coleman beat”…. It was just like the WBC champ in boxing challenging the WBA or IBF champ in boxing unifying or becoming the undisputed champ…. and that’s how it went.
The rule changes that took place prior to the event had a huge impact on the fight. I remember this time... there seemed to be a big push for stand-up fights and those who took to the ground and pound were frowned upon. That being said, Colman admits not preparing for the fight the way he should have but the rule changes were designed to put the ground and pounders on notice to change their style of fighting.
Another amazing interview from the dark ages of nhb/mma. Thank you gentlemen for doing I always get excited. I saw where you mentioned karate combat I believe the president owns a gym in Mexico I believe.
You know what really SUCKS . I enjoyed the torment style. But all the cool fights we missed out on from the old days fighter's 😪 They could've been multiple big matchings 😢
There is a series of things that took place involving Coleman and the UFC that are incredibly suspect - taking away headbutts I will get Coleman back on and go through point by point as to what the issues are Bro, you are one of the most knowledgeable posters on the UG, Thank You for coming over to post
@@LytesOutMMAHistory It's true they took headbutts away from Coleman, that and kicking on the ground were going to be sacrificed anyway in the attempt to placate the enemy
I attempted to expand the understanding of influence at the time - I wonder if Dan Lambert gave Perretti the false assumption that they were going to purchase the UFC so that - Perretti didn’t go elsewhere to find funding - allow Zuffa to make the purchase without competition
Looking for the 5th leg on the cat here. It was Bob who kept John and Dan, who were partners in their bid, on the hook while he dealt w/ Zuffa. Zuffa was indeed the competition, and Bob chose them. Meyro was the only one pulling any strings.
I met James at UFC 37 in Bossier City, Louisiana. I told him he was doing a great job. I could tell he was a legit fan of the sport, not just a media guy.
Robbie Lawler debuted that night against Aaron Riley. I remember James telling me he was concerned for Riley, who looked two weight classes below Lawler.
Wasn’t me, man. 35 is my last show. Never been to Bossier City.
Bruce Beck was extraordinary!!! Loved him.
Another top notch interview. Paula Romero would be another interview worth listening to. She had personal relationships with all the fighters back then and dealt with the memorabilia that is worth so much money today plus paid cash to fighters as up front money before they even fought the event. Saw this first hand at UFC 24 when i picked up my tickets and Rizzo and Ruas was in the room.
Awesome content here. No matter how many times I hear someone tell the UFC 12 relocation story, there’s another element to it. It really never gets old. That show should retroactively be titled “The Miracle in Dothan.”
You know what
When a producer finally comes along for free
We will group the interviews with a segway to how things transpired
Great name for what took place
I always called it the midnight run to Dothan. Incredible story and experience. Amazing team effort.
Another amazing interview!! Keep’’em coming ! Can’t get enough of reminiscing and picking a part the history of NHB/MMA and the individual journeys of the fighters and the ppl involved in the early days ! 👊🇨🇦
That is true Dana didn't manage Tito until years after UFC 13. He didn't have a manager at the time. A guy named Sal managed him after that till UFC 19.
We need to hear from Carlos Newton!!!!!!!
We got him recorded
Once again, Perretti came through big time
@@LytesOutMMAHistory Perretti was, is and always will be “the man” lol. Love that fella.
John Perretti is the definition of renaissance man
I just finished his book and I will read it again because his writing style is a bit cryptic for a man of average intelligence but it is a fascinating read
Thank you guys for the great contentm
His loyalty to the UFC was crazy.
It was my life during that time.
@@JamesWerme Not many people can say they helped build a multi-billion dollar company. But you can.
Ran one of the legs. Dana and Fertittas made it explode. So proud of what they have accomplished. We all knew it could be huge.
Awesome
You were cited in one of the questions
I love Todd's show!
Todd tracked me down and convinced me to do his show several months ago. Glad he did, it has been fun reliving those memories. Everyone should check out his show.
Great interview- loved the deep dive. I thought James Werme just did interviews. No idea he was behind the scenes.
Thanks! Worked on UFC 1995-2002…32 live shows and 8 taped shows. Did 10 shows on broadcast team 1999-2001.
I always saw it just as James explained. The whole reason Maurice Smith challenged Coleman for the title, because he was the champion of the other biggest organization in MMA. I never understood the logic behind “trying to get Coleman beat”…. It was just like the WBC champ in boxing challenging the WBA or IBF champ in boxing unifying or becoming the undisputed champ…. and that’s how it went.
That’s just 1 solution to a multi layered problem
The one sided rule enforcement by BJM is something that needs to be addressed
The rule changes that took place prior to the event had a huge impact on the fight. I remember this time... there seemed to be a big push for stand-up fights and those who took to the ground and pound were frowned upon. That being said, Colman admits not preparing for the fight the way he should have but the rule changes were designed to put the ground and pounders on notice to change their style of fighting.
@@LytesOutMMAHistory
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“Art was always on the hustle” hahahaha 100% lol
This is really awesome James is a super great dude I wish he gotten more recognition
Thanks!
@@JamesWerme I truly would love to Interview you too myself one day James 👍
That's cool that he worked for both SEG and Zuffa.
Only staffer to do it. Passed the baton from SEG to Dana and the Fertittas. Good times on both sides.
Another amazing interview from the dark ages of nhb/mma. Thank you gentlemen for doing I always get excited. I saw where you mentioned karate combat I believe the president owns a gym in Mexico I believe.
1:46:30 they started losing even more money and almost got bankrupted when they did UFC in London
Your gonna get me in trouble....i was parked in front of a customer home for 30 mins...my office called and said the customer etc lol...
Hahahaha
You know what really SUCKS .
I enjoyed the torment style.
But all the cool fights we missed out on from the old days fighter's 😪
They could've been multiple big matchings 😢
Start with the shirt he wore in the cage, La Nova. Why did he wear that shirt, who owns La Nova? Then you will answer all your questions.
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Sincerely appreciate this Thank You
Monday fluid checks.
The ufc greatly favored Coleman, they changed the rules about kicking a downed opponent to take that away from Mo
There is a series of things that took place involving Coleman and the UFC that are incredibly suspect
- taking away headbutts
I will get Coleman back on and go through point by point as to what the issues are
Bro, you are one of the most knowledgeable posters on the UG, Thank You for coming over to post
@@LytesOutMMAHistory It's true they took headbutts away from Coleman, that and kicking on the ground were going to be sacrificed anyway in the attempt to placate the enemy
Thumbnail looks like dude tht owns aew
The Fertitta's where on the board of the Las Vegas boxing commission that voted to ban the UFC in Vegas. They did it to buy the UFC cheap. Very shady.
I attempted to expand the understanding of influence at the time
- I wonder if Dan Lambert gave Perretti the false assumption that they were going to purchase the UFC so that
- Perretti didn’t go elsewhere to find funding
- allow Zuffa to make the purchase without competition
Looking for the 5th leg on the cat here. It was Bob who kept John and Dan, who were partners in their bid, on the hook while he dealt w/ Zuffa. Zuffa was indeed the competition, and Bob chose them. Meyro was the only one pulling any strings.
Ironically, WME and Ari Emmanuel used their political clout in New York to do similar to Zuffa before they sold